Month: September 2023

Mathematical Perception: Combining Subitizing and Estimation

Imagine you’re at an all-you-can-eat buffet. Just with one glance, you quickly count the plates of food on the table – that’s subitizing! But as the table gets bigger, you need to estimate the number of plates because it’s too much to count exactly. Now, what if there’s a sweet spot where you can use […]

Published on September 25, 2023

Family planning and the fear of missing out

In the realm of family planning, the fear of missing out plays a crucial role in motivating individuals to have children. Just as our friends eagerly post pictures of their extravagant vacations on social media, the regretful parents fear they will miss out on the joys and milestones of parenthood. It’s like standing outside a […]

Published on September 25, 2023

Breast Cancer Drug May Trigger High Blood Sugar

Imagine you have a magical potion that can fight off evil witches, but it also makes your blood sugar skyrocket. That’s basically what researchers have found with Piqray, a medication used to treat advanced breast cancer. While Piqray may be a powerful weapon against the disease, it comes with a catch – seriously high blood […]

Published on September 25, 2023